Assistant Toddler Teacher

Gingerbread LittleVersity; Fuquay-Varina (NC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Paid Trainings & Career Development

Dental, Medical, Vision Insurance

401k with Match

Discounts for Childcare

Fun and Positive Place to Work

Open Door Policy

Shirts & Swag

Job summary

Gingerbread Littleversity in Fuquay-Varina, NC, seeks an Assistant Preschool Teacher for toddlers. The role supports the lead teacher, facilitates age-appropriate activities, and fosters a safe, nurturing classroom. Candidates must have a HS diploma or EC credentials and be able to pass background checks.

We offer competitive pay, paid trainings, generous benefits, and a supportive team, with an emphasis on growth and a positive workplace culture.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Early childhood education credentials or 6 EC credits or equivalent.
• Ability to pass all background checks.
• Previous childcare experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist the lead teacher with all aspects of the classroom in a manner consistent with the center's philosophy and goals.
• Implement activities that support growth in emotional, social, cognitive, creative, and physical development.
• Take direction, accept constructive criticism, and implement improvements as needed for quality.
• Create and maintain a clean, safe environment for all children.
• Establish professional rapport with families to provide quality care.
• Demonstrate physical ability to work with small children, including lifting up to 40 lbs.

Skills

Background checks clearance

Childcare experience

Education

High school diploma

Early childhood education credentials

6 EC education credits or equivalent

Job description

Gingerbread Littleversity of Fuquay-Varina

is a licensed childcare center seeking Assistant Teachers to support the following age groups:

• Toddlers

To be QUALIFIED for this position, we require a high school diploma, completion of early childhood education credentials or 6 credits worth of early childhood education courses or their equivalent, and the ability to pass all background checks. A plus if you have previous childcare experience!

Required Shift: Monday - Friday, 9:00am - 6:00pm

Compensation: $15-17/hr, based on education and experience

We are a family-oriented, close-knit organization and we have a lot to offer our next team member including:

• Competitive Pay
• Paid Trainings, including Enhanced Career and Professional Development
• Generous Benefits Package, including Dental, Medical, and Vision Insurance
• 401k with Match
• Discounts for Childcare
• Fun and Positive Place to Work
• Open Door Policy
• Shirts and Swag - we love to show appreciation for our teachers!

Our Hiring Process for Assistant Preschool Teachers:

1. Resume screen
2. Phone screen with recruiter (30 minutes)
3. On-site interview with Center Director (30-60 minutes)
   1. Q&A
   2. Classroom observation
4. Offer

Main Job Responsibilities for Assistant Preschool Teachers:

• Assist the lead teacher with all aspects of the classroom in a manner consistent with the philosophy and goals of the center.
• Implement activities that encourage each child’s growth in the areas of emotion, social, cognitive, creative, and physical development.
• Take direction, accept constructive criticism, and feedback, and make improvements and changes as necessary for the betterment of the quality of the program.
• Create and maintain an environment that is clean and safe for all children.
• Establishing a professional level of rapport with each family to provide quality care for the children.
• Physical ability to work around small children including sitting, standing, walking, running, and climbing stairs.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 40 lbs. and fulfill all physical requirements of the role.

Gingerbread Littleversity is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We embrace and celebrate diversity and inclusivity. We do not tolerate any kind of discrimination in our hiring processes against any groups protected by federal, state, or local law.